AI Shogi vs Shogi ™
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AI Shogi
This app offers a free and straightforward way to play Shogi. Enjoy matches against an original AI with 20 difficulty levels or challenge friends. Save game records, track your win rates, and improve your skills with this accessible Shogi experience.
- AI opponent with 20 difficulty levels
- Two-player mode against friends
- Save and review game records (kifu)
- Match record tracking and win rate calculation
- Simple and intuitive controls
- Offline play available
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将棋アプリなら完全無料の「AI将棋 ZERO」! 移動時間や暇な時間に気軽に遊べるアプリです。 シンプルに将棋で遊ぶことだけを追い求めています。 将棋は思考のトレーニングや発想力の強化にもつながりますので、ぜひ遊んでみてください。 ◆主な特徴◆ ・AIとの対戦機能 独自開発のAIを搭載しています。 入門 + 10級から9段まで、20段階のレベルをご用意しました。 初心者から中級者、上級者まで幅広くお楽しみいただける強さを設定しています。 将棋を始めたい方やルールは知ってるけど・・・といった方にもフィットするかと思います。 ・2人対戦機能 AIではなく友人や将棋仲間等、実際の人と対戦することができます。 ・棋譜の保存機能 対戦後に棋譜を保存することが出来ます。 対戦を見直して、ご自身の上達に役立ててください。 ・戦績記録機能 各レベルとの対戦成績が自動で記録され、勝率を計算してくれます。 各レベルで100勝を目指しましょう! ・オーソドックスなゲームを手軽に 簡単操作なので誰でも気軽に楽しめます。 ◆将棋ZEROはこんな人にオススメです◆ ・初心者なので弱いAIと対戦したい ・暇な時間に将棋を楽しみたい ・将棋を始めてみたいけど、ルールがわからない ・将棋のルールは知っているけどやりこんでいないため、もう少し上達したい ・集中して将棋を取り組みたい ・定石の確認や練習をしたい ・棋譜を見返して、上達したい ・最近流行っているのでやってみたい ・対戦成績が記録されると燃える ・小さいころに将棋をやったきりだけど、懐かしいので遊んでみたい ・子供が将棋を覚えてやりたがっているので、ちょうどいい難易度の将棋ゲームを探している ・将棋盤は場所を取るためアプリで代替したい ・将棋アプリを一通りためしてみたけど、しっくりくるものが無かった ・かっこいいデザインの将棋アプリで遊びたい ・これからは将棋の時代だと思っている ・囲碁派だけど将棋も気になる ・詰め将棋が好きで、本を買って時間のあるときに楽しんでいる ・将棋の奥深さに惚れ込んでいる ・AIと対戦できて、1人プレイでも飽きない暇つぶしゲームを探している ・オフラインでできる対戦ゲームを欲しい ・仕事や勉強の気分転換用に、ちょうどよいアプリを探している ・ボードゲームが好きで、オセロやチェスなどのアプリでよく遊んでいる ・マインスイーパーやナンプレなど、パズル要素と理詰め要素のあるゲームが好き ・ゲームアプリでも、ソーシャルゲーム等の課金モノではなく定番ゲームが好き プライバシーポリシー: http://releasebase.co.jp/privacy/ 利用規約: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/jp/terms.html
Shogi ™
Experience the strategic depth of Shogi, Japan's version of Chess. This app offers a rich gameplay experience with customizable boards, multiple difficulty levels, and the unique mechanic of redeploying captured pieces. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned players.
- Deploy captured pieces
- 5 difficulty levels
- Customizable board editor
- Timer-driven gameplay
- Save and load games
- Tailored sound effects
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Dive into the Ultimate Shogi Experience! Unearth the magic of Shogi (将棋, shōgi) – Japan's treasure of strategic gameplay, revered as their version of Chess. Engage in thrilling battles on a board where every move tells a story. 'Shōgi', translating to the general's (shō 将) board game (gi 棋), is a testament to its captivating legacy. Witness the unique charm of Shogi: the strategic genius of deploying captured pieces back onto the board, a twist that has captivated enthusiasts since its ancient inception. Endorsed by legendary player Yoshiharu Habu, Shogi isn't just Japan's favorite pastime – it's a masterpiece of art. A symphony that harmonizes seamlessly with the traditional echoes of haiku, tanka, noh, ikebana, and the soulful Japanese tea ceremony. Its illustrious stature is carved by the age-old iemoto system, bolstered by historical shogunate backing. Features that Elevate Your Shogi Adventure: ◆ Crafted Undo: Strategize with freedom! ◆ Game Save/Load: Your game, on your time. ◆ Skill Spectrum: Embark on journeys from beginner to maestro with 5 tailored difficulty levels. ◆ Beat the Clock: Thrill in timer-driven confrontations. ◆ Your Board, Your Rules: Customize with a robust board editor. ◆ Aural Pleasure: Dive deep with tailored sound effects. ◆ Diverse Gameplay: Westernized pieces, multiple piece sets, and board designs to choose from. Join the ranks of Shogi connoisseurs. Immerse in an unparalleled blend of strategy, art, and tradition. Your board awaits.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Shogi ™ at none against AI Shogi's shown. AI Shogi's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. AI Shogi sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per year and Shogi ™ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for AI Shogi against 4.6 for Shogi ™. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 196 and 79 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 44% of AI Shogi's written reviews are positive against 41% of Shogi ™'s.
AI Shogi ships an update every 3 weeks, Shogi ™ every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AI Shogi | Shogi ™ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (196 ratings) | 4.6 (79 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 43.6% of reviews — better | 41.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 196 — better | 79 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 194 MB | 72 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | RELEASE BASE, K.K. | VM Mobile Team |
Customer experience
AI Shogi
Shogi ™
In-app purchases
AI Shogi
- membership$3.991 Year
- プレミアムサービス30日間$3.99
Shogi ™
- Premium$3.99









